Spironolactone Questions (Page 3)

What does mixing alcohol and Spironolactone/Aldactone do specifically?

I know this medication can be dangerous to your kidneys and has cancer potential for certain individuals as it is, so I want to be very careful. The instructions with the prescription say that you should avoid alcohol because it can increase certain side-effects. What I'd like to know is which side... read more

Spironolactone - how long does it take for a men 2 grow breast?

im under going sexualreasignment surgery

Spironolactone - I recently stopped taking Spiro, 50 mg, after 6 months. Is constipation an?

... unknown side effect of this drug? Are there any lingering side effects after stopping the drug?

Pregnancy - my daughter was taking spironolactone and became pregrant 7 days later. should we be?

... alarmed?

Can weight gain happen when stopping drugs?

I am a 48 female. I was taking spironolactone, metformin and falmina. I recently stopped the spiro and metformin but still take the falmina (pharmacy change from another). I had been on these for over 6 months. I was having side effects that went unaddressed. My previous dr didn't believe me, new... read more

Could spironolactone cause itchiness around the vaginal area?

I don't have a yeast infection but I've had a lot of itchiness around the vaginal area. I take this drug for high blood pressure and low potassium.

Spironolactone - after discontinuing spironolact, will the breast swelling go down?

I have used spironolact for about a month and half and my nipples started to hurt. I have been taking it for cirrosis of the liver.

Spironolactone - How long will this pill take to work?

I just got prescribed to this pill a week ago from my dermatologist he claims I have high testosterone. Normal is 47 or Lower mine is 72... :( I am experiencing a lot of hair loss it takes up 99% of my thoughts a day I am only 23 and getting married in May it is so traumatizing to me all I want to... read more

Apple cider vinegar and spironolactone?

Is it okay to drink apple cider vinegar while taking spironolactone? I am wanting to drink 1 tablespoon diluted with water twice daily. I am currently taking 2 25mg pills of spironolactone daily.

Stopping spironolactone abruptly?

I can't seem to find a clear answer anywhrere about this. my wife was prescribed this due to high testosterone levels. there was a hiccup in our insurance, and we're unable to get more at this time. she's been off it for about a couple weeks and is saying she's experiencing random waves of intense... read more

When should I quit spironolactone?

my acne was never chronic but I fear that I’ve gone too far down the rabbit hole to quit now. I’m on 150 mg and have been for one month (9 months of spiro total). Why is it still not working? I am tired of being unable to lose weight and hyperpigmentation. I’m using a tretinoin cream as well!

How much water should I be drinking on spironolactone?

Hello all. I'm a lifelong avid water drinker, and was recently prescribed spironolactone for both hirsutism and hypertension. I know the extra urination is good, because that's also removing the sodium from my body. But I'm tempted to drink more water to prevent dehydration. If I drink extra water,... read more

Should I take spironolactone with or without food?

Can Entresto and spironolactone be taken at same time?

I'm trying to get pregnant. Can I still take spironolactone?

I’m trying to get pregnant. Can I still take spironolactone?